Mickeala Carter

WASHINGTON, DC (September 16, 2025)—FoodCorps announced today that Mickeala Carter has joined the organization as its Vice President of Policy and Communications. In this new role for the nonprofit, Carter will lead the Policy and Communications department in federal and state policy strategy, public advocacy, and marketing and communications. 

“I am honored to join FoodCorps at such a pivotal moment for food in our country,” said Carter. “Access to nourishing food is foundational to children’s health and learning, and ultimately, their futures. I look forward to working alongside this talented FoodCorps team and our dedicated partners to advance policies and amplify storytelling that ensures every child has the opportunity to thrive.”

Carter brings over a decade of legislative, communications, and stakeholder engagement experience to FoodCorps. Previously, she was appointed by the Biden-Harris administration as the Deputy Director of Communications for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). In that role, she was a leader in executing press and communications strategies for Secretary Tom Vilsack and worked in partnership with the White House, the Executive Branch, congressional staff, and public and private industry groups to amplify departmental and secretarial priorities. 

She also served as the Director of Communications and External Affairs for the House Agriculture Committee, where she cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders and advocates within the agriculture, food, and rural communities. Carter most recently served as Senior Director in the Strategic Communication segment at FTI Consulting, advising clients on legislative and political strategies.

“FoodCorps is thrilled to welcome Mickeala on board as we kick off our new program year,” said Rachel Willis, President of FoodCorps. “Her wealth of experience across policy and communications, her expertise in building relationships, and her commitment to a stronger food system for our kids make her an unparalleled match for the role.”

FoodCorps’ policy and advocacy priorities include elevating food education as an academic priority; codifying free school meals for all students across the country; creating more pathways for farm to school and local procurement; supporting the school nutrition workforce; and modernizing school kitchens. Last month the organization welcomed its 15th class of corps members, who will support food education and nourishing school meals in eight states nationwide. 

About FoodCorps
FoodCorps is a national nonprofit advancing child well-being through food in school. FoodCorps partners with students, families, and communities to champion nourishing food at local, state, and national levels. Our leaders support schools in providing nutritious meals, locally-informed food education, and welcoming school environments that set kids up for positive, vibrant relationships with food. Building on this program, we develop leaders, grow networks, and advocate for policies in service of every kid’s health and well-being. FoodCorps is working toward a future where all 50 million public school students have access to food education and nourishing meals in school. Learn more at www.foodcorps.org.

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